Indie Garage Articles

Webinar from ASE: EV Contactors and Interlock Circuits

The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) is hosting a free webinar on Tuesday, Oct. 8 at 4:00 p.m. ET entitled “EV Contactors and Interlock Circuits.” High-voltage batteries are fundamental to EVs and hybrids. That high voltage is contained to...

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Guide to Apprenticeship Resources

Guide to Apprenticeship Resources

Navigating the different organizations involved in governing the skilled trades and apprentices is not always easy. Indie Garage presents a brief guide of the key organizations governing apprenticeship in their jurisdictions, key links, and key contacts. We hope you...

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Andy’s Tire Group makes P.E.I. acquisition

Andy's Tire Group, Atlantic Canada’s largest independent tire and auto service network, has announced the acquisition of Cantrek Tire & Supply. This strategic merger marks a major expansion to strengthen the wholesale division on Prince Edward Island, providing...

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Snap-on fall software release adds coverage up to MY2024

With automotive technology constantly changing, professional technicians who upgrade to the Snap-on fall diagnostic software release will benefit from access to an array of resources, including systems, tips and techniques, tests and guided workflows. “No matter which...

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Experience the Future of the Aftermarket

Experience the Future of the Aftermarket

(SPONSORED CONTENT) AAPEX is the ultimate destination for automotive aftermarket professionals from around the world. Here, you’ll do more than discover the cutting-edge products and solutions transforming the industry — you’ll see them come to life. From hands-on...

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Hercules offering Canadians winter tire rebate

Hercules Tires is offering a winter rebate opportunity to its Canadian customers.  From now until Dec. 15, 2024, customers who purchase four qualifying Hercules Tires may be eligible to receive a $50 rebate in the form of a prepaid Mastercard. As the winter season...

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Get Watertight Performance from Your Water Pump

Get Watertight Performance from Your Water Pump

(SPONSORED CONTENT) Dayco offers a full line of high-quality, OE-engineered electric and mechanical water pumps that are end of the line leak tested and backed by a 125,000 mile warranty. Dayco mechanical water pumps are made from 100% new cast aluminum or iron...

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AARO’s InterConnect event a qualified success

AARO’s InterConnect event a qualified success

Regular Indie Garage contributor Murray Voth, RPM Training, urged shop owners to “Stop Overthinking Your Management Process.” The Automotive Aftermarket Retailers Association of Ontario’s InterConnect event brought together shops, trainers, Ontario government program...

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Snap-on releases new Tuesday Topic Training dates

Snap-on has released new dates for its weekly Tuesday Topic Training sessions hosted by Jason Gabrenas, diagnostics national trainer. The updated schedule features a variety of subjects, including OEM specific training, on a rotating basis to help professional service...

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